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Winner of gold award at Putra Aria M ANAGEMENT and Science University (MSU) recipient of the Gold Award at the Putra Aria Senior vice-president for endowment and communications, Dato’ Rosli Yusof accepted the award on behalf of MSU. o MSU recognised for its unique selling points

This recognition demonstrates MSU’s ability to build a higher education brand that is close to the community and respected both in Malaysia and globally. It also motivates the university community to continue enhancing educational quality through 21st century teaching and learning approaches, aimed at producing graduates who are balanced, competent, and versatile, in line with the university’s motto, Transforming Lives, Enriching the Future. In addition, MSU actively drives digital transformation and lifelong learning agenda by offering flexible education pathways, including work based learning and recognition of prior experiential learning. These initiatives provide broader access to quality education while supporting the community’s needs for upskilling and reskilling. In 2022, the Putra Aria Brand Awards, an initiative by the Association of Accredited Advertising Agents Malaysia (4As) was introduced to recognise brands that are closest to the hearts of Malaysians. The evaluation is based on consumer choice and validated by

Brand Awards 2025, under the Education and Learning category, proves yet again its continuous efforts to strengthen its position as a respected higher education institu tion in Malaysia. The recognition further reinforces MSU’s brand strength, enhances sustained public confidence, and reflects the university’s commitment to delivering quality education that is relevant to industry needs and societal development. The Putra Aria Brand Awards ranks as among Malaysia’s most prestigious brand recognition platforms, honouring organisations based on excellence, resilience, and meaningful contributions within their respective sectors. This marks the second consecutive year MSU is been recognised as a Gold Award recipient, having being a Silver Award winner at the 2023 Putra Aria Brand Awards, and before that a Bronze Award recipient in 2022. With this latest accolade, MSU continues to demonstrate its dedication to advancing higher education excellence, while contributing to nation-building and the broader global community.

MSU’s win cements its status as a reputable university and among top brands in Malaysia. centre; Professor Tan Sri Dato Wira Dr Mohd Shukri Ab Yajid, MSU president and founder, on his right, Rosli and left, Norizah Mohd Said, vice-president of media and strategic communication.

diversity sought after by employers in a global world. For a full range of information on programmes at MSU, contact 03 5521 6868 or email at enquiry@msu.edu.my or go to MSU’s website, www.msu.edu.my

While technical vocational education and training (TVET) with traditional academic curricula, MSU enhances competencies with industry internship, community and creative entrepreneurship, as well as global exposure. MSU graduates are empowered with the well-roundedness and blending

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Development Corporation (MATRADE). In the 2025 edition, a total of 182 organisations received gold, silver, and bronze awards across various categories, with winners determined through a study involving 50,000 consumer respondents, to identify the nation’s favourite brands.

Management and Science University (MSU) is a globally recognised institution, ranked by both Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) and Times Higher Education (THE). Committed to developing well-rounded human capital, MSU envisions a more sustainable and inclusive future. Throughtransformative learning experiences, the university promotes equality and strives to create a level playing field for all, enriching lives and shaping tomorrow’s leaders.

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